The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 13 buses that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Barcelona Sants on Thu, Feb 05, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 490 km distance in an average of 6 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 304 miles (490 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price | €75 Average price |
7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:14AM | Arrival Time 07:49AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 7:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h50 | 3:05 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:55 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h25 | 6:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h35 | 7:50 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h35 | 9:50 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h35 | 11:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h40 | 2:25 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h35 | 5:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h20 | 6:05 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:14 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h35 | 6:49 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, February 5 | |||||
Normal | 12:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h35 | 7:50 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€39) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:14. The fastest bus covers the 304 miles (490 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 304 miles (490 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€39) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:14 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona SantsYou can travel by bus between Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona Sants, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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